The next spice we will take a closer look at in our History of Spice Series is Nutmeg. Common Name: Nutmeg Scientific Name: Myristica fragrans, Myristicaceae Other Names: Jaiphal, Jatisasyya, Jatiphala Description Nutmeg spice comes from the seed/pit of the [...]
The next spice we will take a closer look at in our History of Spice Series is Cardamon. Common Name: Cardamom Latin Name: Elettaria Cardamomum Other Names: Capalaga, Ilachi, Green Cardamom, True Cardamom, Ceylon Cardamom Description Cardamom is a spice [...]
The next spice we will take a closer look at in our History of Spice Series is Paprika. Common Name: Paprika Latin Name: Capsicum annuum Other Names: Red Pepper, Turkish Pepper Description Paprika is a powdered, orange-red colored spice. Paprika [...]
In 2014, much of our blog will be focused on the history of different herbs, spices and blends. Each week we will feature a new herb, spice or blend and delve into is origins, uses and more. Make sure to [...]
